Route Sales Specialist II - Portland, ME - $26.50/hour

Roadmap

The Route Sales Specialist II (RSS II) is a certified trainer responsible for training new Route Sales Representatives (RSRs) and Route Sales Trainees (RSTs), as well as managing sales, delivery, and merchandising of fresh baked products.

Responsibilities

• Leverage internal sales data and company marketing plans to drive growth with customers through proper planning, ordering, and execution
• Operate company routes and provide coverages for RSRs during time-off
• Provide in-field training to new RSRs and RSTs, covering all tasks and objectives outlined in the Route Sales Operations Manual
• Establish and maintain strong customer relations to improve customer satisfaction
• Order product using an online state-of-the-art order planner to ensure freshness and customer satisfaction
• Increase sales through shelf space expansion and in-store promotions
• Adhere to the company's route structure, service times, and customer standards
• Follow the fresh market policy, rotate product, and remove damaged or out-of-code items
• Perform daily route settlements, verify product quantities, and adhere to cash collection policies
• Support the introduction of new products and promotional displays
• Obtain authorization for promotional product displays and properly place and assemble them
• Review weekly route analysis and key performance indicators to reduce costs and drive sales
• Ensure compliance with customer shelf schematics and brand team objectives
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workspace and vehicle
• Secure and organize inventory to prevent product damage
• Perform other duties as directed by management

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related experience in retail sales, DSD sales, or business-to-business sales
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to obtain DOT medical certification and meet Fleet insurance guidelines
• Must be able to safely and efficiently operate a vehicle with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds
• Must adhere to all regulatory policies and company policies and procedures

Benefits

Comprehensive health and medical benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, professional growth and leadership training, paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave. Benefits may vary depending on work location.

Pay

$26.50/hour

Schedule

Non-traditional business hours, weekends, and holidays may be required.